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Scandinavia: Elegant Cities, Epic Fjords and Life by the Water

Our Scandinavia and Northern Europe tour is remarkable for its variety, taking travellers through some…

The Balkans: Europe’s Best Kept Secret

The Balkans remain one of the continent's most fascinating regions, where centuries of history, diverse…

ON TOUR with Linzi: Through the Alps and Along the Danube

JUNE 2026 As our journey through Europe continues, the scenery has become every bit as…

ON TOUR with Linzi: Hong Kong, Vienna and First Impressions

JUNE 2026 Our journey from Vienna to Amsterdam is well underway, and already the group…

Why Tasmania Continues to Capture Travellers’ Hearts

The island's combination of wild landscapes, fascinating history, remarkable wildlife and welcoming communities creates a…

Western Australia’s Coral Coast: Big Skies, Wild Coastlines and Remarkable Landscapes

Western Australia is a place of vast horizons and extraordinary contrasts. It is a region…

Unlocking Egypt with Sarah Vidler

Egypt holds her secrets close. She is more than dust and stone, so much more…

ON TOUR: The Great Wall and Imperial Beijing

JUNE 2026 As the Maher Tours journey through China draws closer to its conclusion, the…

5 Things You’ll Love About This South America Tour

South America is a continent of extraordinary contrasts. From vibrant cities and ancient cultures to…

ON TOUR: China Pandas, Warriors and Ancient Wonders

May 2026 The Maher Tours China adventure continues, and the group has enjoyed some of…

Three Incredible Journeys – Are you coming with us?

We still have a few have places available! Every year there are a handful of…

ON TOUR: With Lee Kelly – China Awaits

May 2026 The adventure is underway, and our China travellers have wasted no time immersing…

Travel With Confidence: Why Experience Matters More Than Ever

The world has changed a lot over the past few years and months, and so…

ON TOUR: Friends, Family and Fun on Tour Through Australia

May 2026 From Darwin to Cairns, this recent Maher Tours journey has been filled with…

Discover the Balkans by Land and Adriatic Cruise

The Balkans are full of contrast and character, where medieval towns sit alongside dramatic mountain…

NEW TOUR ALERT: Bali to Australia with Viking

MAY 2026 Our newest tour combines the warmth and colour of Bali with the elegance…

ON TOUR: Australia with Maher Tours

There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about seeing Australia by rail, watching the landscape slowly unfold beyond…

Escorted or Independent? You Can Do Both

For many of our guests, travelling with Maher means the ease of a fully escorted…

Japan: Tradition, Modern Life and a Different Perspective from the Sea

There are few places in the world where ancient tradition and modern life sit together…

ON TOUR: Turkmenistan – Quietly Remarkable

May 2026 Turkmenistan is often described as the least visited of the Five Stans, yet…

The Moment or the Photo?

When you’re travelling, it’s easy to fall into the habit of photographing everything. Something catches…

Egypt and Morocco: Ancient Wonders and Vibrant Cities

Few journeys capture the imagination quite like Egypt and Morocco. This Maher tour brings together…

ON TOUR: The People of the Five Stans

May 2026 As Jacky’s journey through the Five Stans draws to a close, one theme…

Real Humans Real Connections: Travel Built on Real Relationships

One of the things people often comment on after travelling with Maher Tours is how…

Linzi Ebbage-Thomas: The magic you won’t find on the brochure

Some tour leaders are exceptionally organised. Some know destinations in remarkable detail. And some have…

ON TOUR: The Craft Traditions of the Five Stans

April 2026 Travelling through the Five Stans has many highlights, from dramatic mountain landscapes to…

Southern Africa: Where the Scale of the Landscape Changes Everything

Some places feel big in a way that is hard to explain until you are…

ON TOUR: Uzbekistan the Architectural Jewel of the Silk Road

April 2026 Uzbekistan is often described as the architectural jewel of the Five Stans, and…

ON TOUR: Food, Glorious Food!

One of the quiet pleasures of travel is the food. As Jacky and her group…

Exploring Vietnam & Cambodia: From Halong Bay to the Mekong River

It’s in the movement of the streets in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, the…

ON TOUR: Tajikistan – The Stan That Stole Our Hearts

April 2026 While travelling through Central Asia on our Heart of the Silk Road journey,…

ON TOUR: Kyrgyzstan — Jacky’s group begins the journey

April 2026 While Elaine’s group has been exploring Kazakhstan, Jacky and her travellers have just…

ON TOUR: Kazakhstan- a country of contrasts

April 2026 Our Heart of the Silk Road journey continues, with Elaine travelling through the…

An Escorted Tour is Little Like Good Proofreading

A well-run escorted tour is, in many ways, a little like the careful work of…

The Colours and Sounds of Australia

Northern Australia has a way of engaging the senses almost immediately. The colours feel stronger,…

When Plans Change: The Value of Having the Right Team Behind the Journey

Sometimes despite the best laid plans, things change. Flights are delayed, connections are missed, and…

You Are in Good Hands

A great trip feels effortless. The flights connect, the luggage appears when it should, the…

The Britain You Imagine and the Britain You Discover

Most people arrive in Britain with a picture already in their minds. Kiwis have a…

Cities of South America: Every City Has A Heartbeat

It might begin with a glass of wine. A deep ruby Malbec is poured -…

Jools Hall: I’ll Go Where She’s Going

Jools is one of our treasured tour leaders. She has travelled with our guests to…

Spain & Portugal with Douro River Cruise

Reflecting on our 2025 Spain & Portugal tour, from the grandeur of the Alhambra Palace…

Egypt Elevated

An Egyptologist's Perspective We’re excited to share a special inside look at one of our…

Colours of India

Remarkable journey through India blends timeless history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking wildlife all through India's…

Vietnam & Cambodia with Mekong River Cruise

Reflecting on our 2025 Vietnam & Cambodia Tour, we’re reminded of the timeless beauty and…

Kimberley Cruise Tour

Known for large swathes of wilderness defined by rugged ranges, dramatic gorges, semi-arid savanna, cruising…

Southern Africa with Zambia & Botswana including Victoria Falls & Chobe National Park

Such an incredible tour! The Southern Africa Tour certainly exceeded exectations and and we were…

Wonders of Kenya & Tanzania Safari Tour

In our June tour, we got to experience a true once in a lifetime highlight.…

Japan Blossoms & Sea of Japan Spring Flowers Cruise

Reflecting on our 2024 Japan Blossoms Tour, we’re reminded of Japan’s stunning beautyand its impact…

When you have reached a "mature" age what better way to travel than to participate in a Maher Escorted Tour! A seamlessly organised, well constructed tour, with all the stress of travel eliminated!

Lousie M Scandinavia & Northern Europe

I loved it all!! A great bunch of folks to travel with and at the right time of year. A totally enjoyable travel and companionable experience, well organised.

SB Southern africa inc. zambia & botswana

The size and composition of the tour party from tour leaders Annie, tour guides, and the travellers was very good. All about the same age and compatibility amongst the tour party was excellent.

Doug M Austria & Switzerland